Octavia E. Butler: Writer's block can be useful

Authors are generous folks, always sharing tips and tools with their peers.

And of course, what works for one writer may not resonate with another.

But when the source is someone like Octavia E. Butler, and her wisdom comes from the time spent writing Parable of the Sower, it’s definitely worth approaching with an open mind.

Writer’s Digest recently reshared Butler’s advice on using writer’s block (yes, you read that right — using, not beating); even if you’re not currently stuck, head over to see this alternate take on a common problem.

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